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What is the primary energy yield from glycolysis?
Where does the citric acid cycle take place?
Which is a byproduct of the citric acid cycle?
How many ATP molecules can oxidative phosphorylation generate from one glucose?
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What type of carbohydrates includes starch and glycogen?
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Which hormone promotes glucose uptake and storage as glycogen?
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What process is stimulated by glucagon during low blood glucose levels?
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What condition results from impaired insulin production or action?
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Study Notes
Overview of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Carbohydrate metabolism involves the biochemical processes that convert carbohydrates into energy.
- Includes glycolysis, the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle), and oxidative phosphorylation.
Key Processes
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Glycolysis
- Occurs in the cytoplasm.
- Converts glucose into pyruvate.
- Produces a net gain of 2 ATP and 2 NADH molecules.
- Anaerobic process (does not require oxygen).
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Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle)
- Takes place in the mitochondria.
- Pyruvate is converted into acetyl-CoA before entering the cycle.
- Produces NADH, FADH2, and GTP/ATP.
- Releases CO2 as a byproduct.
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Oxidative Phosphorylation
- Occurs in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
- Involves the electron transport chain and ATP synthesis.
- NADH and FADH2 donate electrons; energy is used to pump protons (H+) across the membrane.
- Generates most ATP (approximately 28-30 ATP molecules from one glucose).
Types of Carbohydrates
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Simple Carbohydrates
- Composed of one or two sugar units (monosaccharides and disaccharides).
- Quick energy sources (e.g., glucose, fructose, sucrose).
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Complex Carbohydrates
- Long chains of sugar units (polysaccharides).
- Include starch, glycogen, and cellulose.
- Provide sustained energy; require more time to digest.
Regulation of Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Hormonal Control
- Insulin: Promotes glucose uptake and storage as glycogen.
- Glucagon: Stimulates glycogen breakdown and gluconeogenesis (formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources).
- Epinephrine: Increases blood glucose levels during stress.
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Allosteric Regulation
- Enzymes involved in glycolysis and the Krebs cycle are regulated by energy status (ATP, ADP, NADH levels).
Disorders Related to Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Diabetes Mellitus
- Impaired insulin production or action leads to elevated blood glucose levels.
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Glycogen Storage Diseases
- Genetic disorders affecting glycogen metabolism, leading to muscle and liver dysfunction.
Summary
- Carbohydrate metabolism is crucial for energy production in cells.
- Involves multiple pathways with regulatory mechanisms to maintain energy homeostasis.
- Disruptions can lead to metabolic disorders with significant health impacts.
Overview of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Biochemical processes convert carbohydrates into energy.
- Major pathways include glycolysis, citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle), and oxidative phosphorylation.
Key Processes
-
Glycolysis
- Happens in the cytoplasm.
- Transforms glucose into pyruvate.
- Produces 2 ATP and 2 NADH molecules net gain.
- Functions anaerobically; does not require oxygen.
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Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle)
- Occurs in mitochondria.
- Pyruvate is converted to acetyl-CoA before cycle entry.
- Generates NADH, FADH2, and GTP/ATP as outputs.
- Releases CO2 as a metabolic byproduct.
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Oxidative Phosphorylation
- Takes place in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
- Involves electron transport chain and ATP production.
- NADH and FADH2 donate electrons; energy pumps protons (H+) across the membrane.
- Produces the majority of ATP, approximately 28-30 per glucose molecule.
Types of Carbohydrates
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Simple Carbohydrates
- Made of one or two sugar units (monosaccharides or disaccharides).
- Serve as quick energy sources (e.g., glucose, fructose, sucrose).
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Complex Carbohydrates
- Composed of long sugar unit chains (polysaccharides).
- Includes starch, glycogen, and cellulose.
- Offer sustained energy but take longer to digest.
Regulation of Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Hormonal Control
- Insulin enhances glucose absorption and glycogen storage.
- Glucagon triggers glycogen breakdown and gluconeogenesis, creating glucose from non-carb sources.
- Epinephrine elevates blood glucose during stress responses.
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Allosteric Regulation
- Enzymes in glycolysis and Krebs cycle are influenced by energy status (levels of ATP, ADP, and NADH).
Disorders Related to Carbohydrate Metabolism
-
Diabetes Mellitus
- Caused by inadequate insulin production or ineffective action leads to high blood glucose levels.
-
Glycogen Storage Diseases
- Genetic conditions disrupt glycogen metabolism, resulting in muscle and liver dysfunction.
Summary
- Carbohydrate metabolism is vital for cellular energy production.
- Involves various pathways with complex regulatory mechanisms for energy balance.
- Metabolic disruptions may result in significant health issues and disorders.
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Explore the key biochemical processes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. This quiz covers how these mechanisms convert carbohydrates into energy and the overall importance of ATP production. Test your understanding of each process and its role in energy metabolism.
